Sandy Point - paradise at Waratah Bay

Welcome to Sandy Point,

a small holiday paradise at beautiful Waratah Bay - just two hours drive from Melbourne.

Only here will you find the unique combination of a relaxing time out - away from the hustle and bustle of Melbourne or overrun holiday places - and challenging water sports in an amazing natural setting. Whether you want to bake in the sun, enjoy the fishing or break the world sailing speed record - this is the place to be.

Nestled among tea trees at the feet of Wilsons Promontory at beautiful Waratah Bay, Sandy Point offers its own small town center with supermarket, take away and restaurant. Everything you need to look after yourself is available here - no need to pack the car with lots of food before embarking on your holidays.

The Sandy Point beach is second to none. Classified as one of the safest beaches in Victoria its fine white sand stretches to the horizon. No need to beat a crowd to find your spot - even if you need lots of space for yourself.

During holidays and on many long weekends you can end your beach day with a cuppa or a drink at the modern life saving center - the only building you can see from the beach.

Designed to form part of the landscape the club offers large function rooms - just the right place to organize a wedding or celebration out of the ordinary. Of course your guests will find suitable accommodation at Sandy View to top off a great day.

Another one of Sandy Points great attractions is Shallow Inlet. Overlooked by the mountains of Wilsons Promontory it is arguably one of the world's best Windsurfing spots - and definitively the fastest. After all, this is where the current world sailing speed record of 86.21 km/h (53.57 mph) was achieved over a 500m track.

But Shallow Inlet is also a great spot for fishing from the shore or by boat, with common catches including King George Whiting, Flathead, Trevally and Australian Salmon. Rental boats are available from the Sandy Point General Store (phone: 03-5684 1362).

Or go for a walk through the dunes, which form a spectacular landscape between Shallow Inlet and the Bay.

To book a holiday at Sandy Point just call us on 03 9781 1127, 03 9770 1354 or send an email to bk@3d3.com.

Getting there

Sandy Point can be reached in under two hours from Melbourne's Eastern suburbs. Simply follow the South Gippsland Highway towards Cranbourne and Phillip Island. Around ten to 15 minutes after Tooraddin the South Gippsland Highway you must turn off the divided freeway - just follow the large green sign to Leongatha and Wilsons Promontory.

After around 30 minutes you will reach Leongatha and 15 minutes later Meeniyan. Straight after Meeniyan turn right, following the signs to Fish Creek and Wilsons Promontory. 15 minutes later you will get to Fish Creek. Just after Fish Creek turn right - then just follow the signs to Sandy Point.

The entrance to Wilsons Promontory is only a short 20 min drive from Sandy Point - making it ideal for day trips. Many secluded beaches and walks offer a great day out.

Coalcreek at Korrumburra is a lovingly rebuilt coal town from Australia's early days - complete with mine tour. Your are driving past it on your way to Sandy Point. Well worth a stop, especially with children.

The Sandy Point beach is patrolled during the holidays and on busy weekends. The life saving club is a great location for special celebrations.

Sandy Point holds the current world sailing speed record - no wonder it is a Mecca for many windsurfers who enjoy some of the best conditions for speed and slalom saling on offer in Australia.